Comments on: SADNESS

By: Ruth Kramer Ziony

Ruth Kramer Ziony — Tue, 19 May 2009 23:52:59 +0000

As a fellow EW grad (’61) and as part of that group who
so enjoyed seeing the play – and then vistiing with
you onstage-(did you notice how some of us, old
hands at ‘breaking rules,’ managed to sneak in
a few photos, despite being told…..), I think I can
sum up much of what people have said before:
there are many ways of ‘saying good-by.’
But then again, as i learned MME Bruno in l0th grade
French (and I bet you had her , too);’au revoir’ is
so much more satisfying.
P.S. I’m going to assume you actually ATE some
of those bagels; better stock up, if you and the play
come to L.A.: there are no ‘decent’ ones to be had. Sigh.

By: Bill Ciardini

Bill Ciardini — Tue, 19 May 2009 11:38:37 +0000

Jane, you don’t know me…never will. I’m just a fan. I’ve loved you since I saw a trailer of TALL STORY one afternoon during grade school when I was home sick from school. I love your work, never tire of it. Am amazed all over again from revisiting films like KLUTE, THEY SHOOT HORSES DON’T THEY…the Neil Simon…anything you do. And there have been so many. Even your Nora, and of course Cat. Was thrilled to hear that you were on Broadway doing ’33 Variations’. Had I had the time to get to New York, I would have made a B-line to see it, but will not, as it turns out get to see it. Have enjoyed your blogs…they are so intelligent and personal. I do much theater here in my hometown and many of the thoughts you share on acting are so true. They joys of it and the little technical frailties…like ‘mixing your words’ at the top of Act II. You continue to amaze. I hope you will not stop your film (or stage) work, ever…you are a national treasure, a great, great actress. Don’t be sad with your closing. Like a great painter or writer, you have left such a tremendous body of work which you continue to build upon and we love you for it and only look forward to whatever you may choose to lend your great talent to next.

By: Lenore Goldfarb

Lenore Goldfarb — Tue, 19 May 2009 06:35:09 +0000

Dear Ms. Fonda,

I want to share with you why we didn’t request to come backstage….

As you know we met briefly in Montreal following your Unique Lives presentation. After expressing interest in your show you cautioned my aunt and me to “hurry up” because the show had only a few performances remaining. So we arranged tickets and flights and arrived two days later for the Wednesday matinee. We wanted you to know that we cared enough about you, your presentation, and your show to make the one day “in and out” trip, and we sent you flowers to let you know we kept our promise to you.

However, we did not request to see you backstage because we knew you had another show to perform and that you were likely resting. My husband performs regularly, he’s in the music business, and I know from his perspective how tiring it is to visit with guests between performances.

So dear Ms. Fonda, it is out of respect for you and your incredibly moving performance that even though we went the extra mile (so to speak) to see you, we did not intrude, but sent flowers in lieu of ourselves. We went to Sardis for an early dinner (surprised to see your portrait!) and then hopped back on our plane and returned to Montreal the same evening…all the richer for the experience of having seen your incredible performance on Broadway.

So, it’s not you, …you have absolutely nothing to reproach yourself for. As I mentioned before, your performance is a well-researched, moving, tour de force that you can be most proud of…awards or not. The lives you have touched and memories you have helped create, will last a lifetime.

Oh and if you ever run out of bagels and wish for more, it would be my pleasure to FedEx them to you anytime. And I’m serious about the donation…please email me to let me know how I can best contribute.

Warmest regards,
Lenore Goldfarb

By: Hannah Castellaw

Hannah Castellaw — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:18:23 +0000

“Right now it’s during my long break between scenes. I have to say this has been a wierd performance. From the beginning. Can’t explain it. I feel wired, aggressive. I’ve been more hostile with clara, my daughter in the play, than I usually am. Top of the second act I got words all mixed up. Sentences reversed.”

It is your sadness. It is just emotional energy. “All emotion is just energy”, my Buddhist therapist always tells me, “Give it a lot of room.” I love that phrase ‘give it room’…has helped me many times when I remember it.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Tue, 19 May 2009 03:50:54 +0000

Jane don’t be paranoid that Marlo Thomas didn’t go back stage after the play. I’m sure it wasn’t because of the play or your performance. Reading your blog made me sad for you. And I’ll say it a billion times, it’s makes me sad that I did not get to see your performance. I get to see you in Monster In-Law–which you are down right hilarious in–anytime I want to. They play it (literally) day and night on WTBS Atlanta Superstation. (Doesn’t Ted Turner own that station?). But I’ll never see you in 33 Variations, in that role, on that stage and it just plain stinks.

By: Barbara

Barbara — Mon, 18 May 2009 23:28:35 +0000

Oh Jane what a heavy heart! I send you a comforting hug.
All these kind and wonderful comments are amazing.
Let them lift your heart and wrap you in the white light protection.
I believe animals and things in nature have not lost the gift of mind reading as most of us have.
Jane you’ve created a beautiful experience that will be playing forever……….
And there’s so much more creating to do. And if it has to do with you I know it will be Great! Imagine that!
BarbaraXOX

By: SusanKay

SusanKay — Mon, 18 May 2009 23:04:07 +0000

How do you add avatar pic here?
Also the little smiley?

Thanks

By: Lynne

Lynne — Mon, 18 May 2009 19:19:26 +0000

Aw.. don’t be sad. Last week my eight year old daughter and I were in the city. She posed with pictures all around broadway… and she posted some on her blog (yes at 8 she has a blog and I don’t) I think the one with you would especially cheer you up. laurat2000.blogspot.com

By: Janet L.

Janet L. — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:50:30 +0000

Hi Jane,

I know what you mean about Tulea sensing something is up. My dog, ET, is 13 and blind. One sound she hates is the sound of zippers because when I get ready for work I zip my backpack, or when I for a trip where I need to leave her behind, I ZIP my suitcase. So she has issues with zippers.

A chapter closing like the play is always sad — but treasure what a joy your run has been for you on Broadway and all the friends and fans you’ve reconnected with because of it.

Can’t wait to share in your next big adventure.

Besos,
Janet

By: Bradley Provines

Bradley Provines — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:41:01 +0000

Dear Jane,

I feel sadness about your play ending so I can only imagine who you must be feeling!!

I came the very 1st night and (a few times inbetween) and just bought a ticket for the very last night/performance this Thursday. I think it will be very emotional for many of us who have been on this journey
with you!!

love
Bradley